Jewelry Care
Your Southern Gates jewelry is designed to be worn and treasured for years to come. Proper care will help preserve the beauty, shine, and finish of each piece.
How to Care for Your Jewelry
To keep your jewelry looking its best, we recommend removing it before:
- Swimming or showering
- Exercising or heavy activity
- Applying perfume, lotion, sunscreen, or hairspray
- Cleaning or using household chemicals
- Sleeping
Moisture, oils, and chemicals can gradually affect the finish of sterling silver and gold-plated jewelry.
Cleaning Your Jewelry
Clean your jewelry gently with a soft polishing cloth to restore shine and remove everyday buildup. Avoid abrasive cleaners, harsh chemicals, or ultrasonic cleaners, especially on plated finishes.
Sterling silver may naturally tarnish over time. This is normal and can easily be polished with a silver polishing cloth.
Storing Your Jewelry
When not being worn, store your jewelry in a dry place away from humidity and direct sunlight. We recommend keeping pieces in a jewelry box or soft pouch to help prevent scratching and tangling.
Gold-Plated Jewelry Care
Our gold-plated jewelry is crafted for lasting beauty, but plated finishes naturally wear over time depending on frequency of wear and exposure. Proper care will help extend the life and appearance of your pieces.
Pearl & Specialty Materials
Pearls and specialty finishes should be handled with extra care. Avoid prolonged exposure to water, chemicals, and beauty products, as these materials can be more delicate by nature.
Questions?
If you have questions about caring for your Southern Gates jewelry, please contact our customer care team at info@southerngatesjewlery.com